I'm 5 months pregnant, and I will admit, I miss my occasional glass of red wine in the evenings (OK, I REALLY miss it!), so my ears perked up when I ran across this hot-off-the-press study which concludes that light drinking during pregnancy poses no risk to developing babes. Fascinating, yes, but here's why I just can't get on board... read more

The healthy drinking recommendations for women--1 drink per day, tops--can sometimes sound a little prudish, right? Especially when you're out with your girls and your BFF just ordered a bottle of wine. But, gals, there are lots of important health reasons to stick with just that one glass. And there are beauty reasons! Check out what excess alcohol does to your skin ... read more

Ready to T. G. it’s F? When the whistle blows, lots of us will raise our glasses in toast to the end of another week. In fact, say researchers, there are more of us drinking now than there used to be—and we’re drinking more than we used to. read more

While I'm a big fan of moderation, I do love a good glass of wine (or dirty martini). So, it's fun to hear the latest research news on the health benefits of alcohol. Take this latest news ... read more

So you had one too many drinks last night, you naughty girl. What's your favorite method for curing a hangover? Popular ones range from the straightforward (toast and coffee) to the strange (pickle juice). But, it seems that a new "cure" is emerging that some say really works ... read more

There's so much flip-flopping when it comes to alcohol and health that it can be confusing to know what's good and what's bad, can't it? Well, a brand new study sheds light on the health benefits of moderate drinking. Warning: It may induce margarita (or in my case, dirty martini) cravings ... read more

The first time I started drinking before a wedding ceremony was at my friend Tatum’s wedding. It turns out there was a major meltdown in the bridal suite—the bride went to get into her dress and realized the zipper had never been sewn in!—but all we knew downstairs was that the coordinator told us to adjourn to the open bar for half an hour. read more

Do you guys remember that funny line from the movie "Sweet Home Alabama" where Reese Witherspoon's character sees an old friend in a bar and comments on her baby, "you have a baby! In a bar!" Well, it seems that babies in bars are becoming a more usual fixture in some cities. In New York, in fact, there's a debate raging about whether kids should be allowed to accompany their parents. Do sippy cups and cocktails mix? read more

It's been a week of research flip-flopping (do this, wait, don't do that; eat this, hold on a sec, don't eat that). Groan. But, this study was too good to pass up, and it's Friday, so I just had to report on the seemingly positive news about beer and women's health. Here's why a cold one may do a body good (as bizarre as that sounds) ... read more

New Year's Eve is coming! Do you have plans to sip champagne (in moderation, yes?)? But, let's just say you wind up with a wee bit of a headache a day later. Here are three things to eat to feel better ... read more

The problem with non-alcoholic beverages is they can be a little boring, you know? If you're a non-drinker or just trying to cut back this season, here's a really great alternative sparkling apple cider (which, yes, can sometimes be a snoozer) ... read more

Am I suggesting that you drink for your afternoon snack? Ahem, noooo! But, I do want to use this snacktime post to share some interesting news about the liquor that can leave you feeling a little woozy then next day (more so than other varieties), according to new research ... read more

Would it be odd to admit that before this week, I didn't know that there was such thing as gluten-free beer, or that, um, beer even had gluten in it!? But, apparently beer is a major landmine for people with Celiac disease and wheat and barley intolerance. But, there is an alternative, and I tried it! read more

When I was a freshman in high school, GF Carlo was a junior. Occasionally he let me come with him to parties (like two times). One time my cousin who was a freshman in college came along too. And he snuck me beers without GF Carlo seeing. I got drunk for the first time. I was 14. My parents were ticked. Well, across the pond parents aren't so ticked. read more

Hi my dears! So, with the holidays here (almost), we're all feeling a little more festive. So let's talk mimosas, given that we all have a holiday brunch/breakfast in our future, right? Here's my opinion on this boozy breakfast (ahem, special occasion) drink... read more